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My fiancé has been sweating a lot recently, during the night and day. He sweats very easily, too. But what is almost alarming to me is that his sweat has a pungent, vinegar like smell. I know that certain smells of the body can mean a certain sickness so I m concerned for his health.
Thanks for asking in healthcaremagic forum Some people sweat a lot normally than others though there are certain illnesses which can cause profuse sweating. Odour depends upon the break down product of sweat by bacteria and sometimes may smell like vinegar due to propionic acid similar to acetic acid. And body odour also depends upon the factors such as food, drink, and diseases. An individual's body odour is also influenced by lifestyle, sex, genetics, and medication. So, you can take him to a doctor for investigations and for more tips regarding reduction of sweat and odour. All the best.
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What Causes Sweating With Pungent Odor?
Thanks for asking in healthcaremagic forum Some people sweat a lot normally than others though there are certain illnesses which can cause profuse sweating. Odour depends upon the break down product of sweat by bacteria and sometimes may smell like vinegar due to propionic acid similar to acetic acid. And body odour also depends upon the factors such as food, drink, and diseases. An individual s body odour is also influenced by lifestyle, sex, genetics, and medication. So, you can take him to a doctor for investigations and for more tips regarding reduction of sweat and odour. All the best.